Pan c. 1825

This amber-colored glass bowl, known as "Pan," was created by the Mantua Glass Works in 1825. It is a simple yet elegant example of early 19th-century American glassmaking. The bowl is characterized by its smooth, rounded form and subtle variations in color and texture. It is a testament to the skilled craftsmanship of the Mantua Glass Works, which operated for a brief period in the early 1800s, leaving behind a legacy of distinctive glassware. The "Pan" bowl is now part of the collection of The Art Institute of Chicago.